Melipilla, Administrative center in Melipilla Province, Chile
The commune of Melipilla extends across 1,356 square kilometers of land in the Santiago Metropolitan Region at an elevation of 174 meters.
José Antonio Manso de Velasco established the settlement as Villa San José de Logroño in 1742, which later received city status in 1870.
The name Melipilla originates from the Mapudungun language, meaning Four Pillans, reflecting the indigenous heritage of the Picunche people.
Melipilla functions as an agricultural hub with extensive production of vegetables, fruits, and dairy products, supporting numerous farming enterprises.
The city's coat of arms features a silver bridge and golden bee, symbolizing the agricultural wealth and industrial development of the region.
Location: Melipilla Province
Inception: 1742
Elevation above the sea: 174 m
Website: http://www.melipilla.cl
Website: http://melipilla.cl
GPS coordinates: -33.68553,-71.21461
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:54
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